Garden Center Merchandiser (Orillia)

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Garden Center Merchandiser Seasonal Position: Early April to Mid-July Location: Monarch Dr, Orillia, ON L3V 7Z4

Are you passionate about plants, love working outdoors, and enjoy making people smile? If so, we'd love to meet you!

Jeffery's Greenhouses Inc. is a leading wholesale distributor of spring bedding and potted plants, supplying multiple garden centers within a major retail box store chain across Ontario. We are currently accepting applications for Garden Center Merchandisers to support the upcoming spring season with a start date in April. While these are full-time openings, we are open to job-sharing arrangements with two part-time candidates. Successful candidates may also be considered for fall and winter opportunities.

What We're Looking For

A standout candidate will bring:

• Energy, enthusiasm, and creativity
• A flair for merchandising and an interest in plants (plant knowledge is an asset, but we're happy to train you!)
• A love for outdoor work and physical activity
• Customer service experience and a positive attitude

Job Responsibilities

As a Garden Center Merchandiser, your key duties will include:

• Receiving and unpacking weekly plant deliveries according to provided plan-o-grams.
• Creating attractive and organized product displays with proper signage for an engaging shopping experience.
• Maintaining, grooming, and caring for plants to ensure quality and freshness (including tasks such as culling or deadheading).
• Building strong working relationships with store staff and management.
• Providing exceptional customer service by assisting shoppers with their plant selections.
• Keeping display and workplace areas tidy and ensuring empty shipping racks are properly placed.
• Conducting daily inventory counts of shipping racks and submitting accurate reports.
• Supporting inventory control by providing constructive feedback to supervisors.
• Adhering to all workplace safety guidelines.

Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a garden center or knowledge of plants is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and planning skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with internet browsers and company websites.

Physical Requirements

• The role involves physical work, including walking, lifting (light to moderate), pushing, and pulling carts.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Work Environment & Requirements

• Local travel between garden centers may be required.
• Access to email and/or a smartphone for scheduling and communication.
• Steel-toed safety boots/shoes (green patch) are mandatory.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada.

Work Hours

• Monday to Friday, with weekend shifts required.
• Variable hours (daytime availability).
• Increased hours during peak season (May).

Compensation: $17.50/hour

We appreciate all applications, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Jeffery's Greenhouses Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. If selected for an interview, please let us know if you require any accommodations during the hiring process.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, SeasonalContract length: 3 months

Pay: $17.50 per hour

Schedule:

• Every Weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

• Do you have any merchandising experience in a garden center or similar setting?

Work Location: In person